COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2013
GRAPE
Gewurztraminer
PRODUCER
Domaine Pierre Frick
REGION
Alsace
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Medium - sweet
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine Pierre Frick is a pioneering estate located in Pfaffenheim, Alsace, managed by the Frick family who represents the 12th generation of winemakers. The estate has been a beacon of biodynamic viticulture, achieving Demeter certification in 1981. They focus on maintaining a living ecosystem in their vineyards, even returning to horse-plowing in 2013 to preserve soil health. Known for their uncompromising natural approach, they famously transitioned to stainless steel crown caps in 2002 to eliminate cork taint and ensure pristine, consistent aging for their wines.
ALCOHOL
11.7%
AVG. PRICE
€35
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Domaine Pierre Frick has been certified biodynamic by Demeter since 1981, making them early pioneers of the movement in Alsace.
Fact 02
In 2002, the estate completely replaced natural corks with stainless steel crown caps to prevent cork taint and oxidation.
Fact 03
Since 2013, the estate has utilized horses to plow the vineyard soils, preventing compaction and promoting microbial life.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
This natural Gewurztraminer is crafted with zero commercial inputs. Grapes are hand-harvested and undergo spontaneous fermentation triggered exclusively by indigenous yeasts, with no chaptalization or acidification. The wine is aged on its fine lees for several months in large, century-old neutral oak casks (foudres). It is bottled with minimal filtration and without any added sulfites, preserving the purest expression of the grape and terroir.
